Meeuw Wreck

Field Value
Wreck Category non-dangerous wreck
Status Dead = Not detected by numerous sources therefore considered not to exist
Meeuw Wreck Location
Marine Coordinates (DMM) 		52 13.03 N,2 55.884 E
Latitude, Longitude
Decimal Degrees
  • Latitude: 52.217167
  • Longitude: 2.931400
Water Depth 35 m
Water Level Effect always under water/submerged
Vertical Datum Lowest Astronomical Tide
Name MEEUW
Type motor vessel
Flag NL
Tonnage 127
Tonnage Type gross
Conspic Visual not visually conspicuous
Conspic Radar not radar conspicuous
Date Sunk Apr 21, 1918
Original Detection Year 1918
Last Detection Year 1961
Original Source published World War 1 losses
Last Amended Date Aug 1, 2014

Surveying Details

22.4.18 SUNK IN 521300N, 025600E. (BOT). H6411/21 INS ON 1408. H7741/26 3.12.26 AMENDED TO NDW (1918) (PA) ON 1408. H336/31 20.1.31 AMEND NDWPA. NE 1408. H3449/61 2.11.61 NOT LOCATED. (HMS SCOTT 1961). AMEND DEAD. BR STD. 23.11.72 SHOWN IN 521304N, 025554E [EUR] ON NETH FISHERIES CHART 1954 [REC'D 7.11.72]. NCA. H4856/72 15.12.72 DELETED. (NETH NM 3442/72). NCA.

Circumstances of loss

BOMBED BY A/C. (WW1SL).

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FAQ

Where is the MEEUW wreck located?

The MEEUW wreck is located at coordinates 52 13.03 N,2 55.884 E.

How deep is the seabed around the MEEUW?

The seabed around the MEEUW lies at approximately 35 meters deep.

When did the MEEUW sink?

The MEEUW sank on Apr 21, 1918.

When was the wreck of the MEEUW discovered?

The wreck of the MEEUW was discovered in 1918.

What country did the MEEUW belong to?

The MEEUW belonged to NL.

What was the tonnage of the MEEUW?

The MEEUW had a tonnage of 127 tons.

What type of wreck is the MEEUW?

The MEEUW is classified as a motor vessel.

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